Grant Accountant

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Grant Accountant to support the financial management of government and privately funded grants. This role ensures grant funds are tracked, reported, and utilized in compliance with nonprofit and federal regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit grant accounting experience and is passionate about contributing to a mission-driven organization that serves individuals and families in need.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit grant financial reports and reimbursement requests with supporting documentation
• Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and allocations to ensure compliance with funding agreements
• Reconcile grant accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Review grant agreements to ensure financial reporting requirements are met
• Support audit preparation and year-end grant reporting
• Partner with program staff to ensure expenses are properly coded and aligned with grant terms
• Apply indirect cost allocations and monitor payroll distributions tied to grants

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (strong experience—5+ years—may substitute for degree)
• 2–5+ years of nonprofit grant accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of grant compliance and fund accounting
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience working in an ERP/accounting system
• Understanding of nonprofit mission-driven environments